Whip up your own homemade cleaners that are easy on your wallet and on the earth. Get our recipes for homemade air freshener, laundry detergent, laundry rinse aid, upholstery-freshening spray, all-purpose cleaner, and window and glass cleaner.

Set the scene for a gorgeous wedding reception with our ideas for fresh, flower-filled centerpieces. The materials and flowers used in your centerpieces are great launching points for the rest of your wedding decorations.

July 30

In many parts of the country, water resources are becoming scarcer. That's why it's a good idea to landscape your home using waterwise techniques. Called xeriscaping, this process will help you have a less thirsty backyard. Here's how to do it.

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July 29

At a mere 900 square feet, this Kentucky house teaches lots of lessons about how to maximize style in a small setting. See how it relies on bright hues, contrasting materials, and savvy furniture to stretch square footage.

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July 27

Amp up the storage in your home by reusing flea market finds. Whether you're making a shelving unit out of wood crates or reclaiming an old baker's rack, vintage furniture can easily add extra space for storing household items.